Supply Teacher - Cardiff

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

CPD access to 2,500+ courses

Flexible working weeks

Top 100 employer recognition

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Supply Teacher for October 2026, to support secondary schools across Cardiff. You will plan, deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Ideal candidate holds QTS, has secondary teaching experience, and can adapt to diverse cohorts. The role offers flexible daily supply and opportunities to secure long-term placements while building professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Proven experience teaching at secondary school level.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver thought-provoking lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Encourage open-minded discussions and debates that challenge students
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and tailored support to meet individual learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom environment where all students feel safe to express their views.
• Participate in school activities, assemblies, and events to contribute to the broader school community.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Communication

Engagement

Diversity

Education

QTS

Secondary teaching experience

Job description

Tradewind are looking to recruit longterm Supply Teachers for October 2026.

About the Role Are you a passionate and dedicated Teacher who can inspire students to explore the world's diverse beliefs, values, and cultures? We are seeking a committed Teacher to join secondary schools in Cardiff. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to encourage critical thinking and empathy while equipping students with a deeper understanding of global perspectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver thought-provoking lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Encourage open-minded discussions and debates that challenge students
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and tailored support to meet individual learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom environment where all students feel safe to express their views.
• Participate in school activities, assemblies, and events to contribute to the broader school community.

About You

We are looking for a Supply Teacher with strong subject knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching. The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds and inspire them to explore complex ideas with curiosity and respect.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience teaching at secondary school level.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual student needs.
• A proactive and reflective approach to teaching, with a commitment to student development.
• Flexibility and a willingness to be an active part of the school's community. An enhanced DBS and EWC for Wales.

The benefits of registering with Tradewind

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer